SMC Networks 6924MT, Installation Manual

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ONNECTIONS
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1000BASE-T Twisted-Pair Connections
A 1000BASE-T connection requires a shielded or unshielded twisted-pair
(STP or UTP) cable with RJ-45 connectors at both ends. For all
connections, Category 5, 5e, or better (recommended) cable is required
with all four wire pairs connected. You should also test the cable
installation for IEEE 802.3ab compliance. See “1000BASE-T Cable
Requirements” on page B-3.
Cabling Guidelines
The RJ-45 port on the SMC6900GT module supports 1000, 100, and 10
Mbps Ethernet operation, with auto-negotiation of speed, duplex mode,
and flow control. Because 1000BASE-T ports support automatic MDI/
MDI-X operation, you can use straight-through cables for all network
connections to PCs or servers, or to other switches or hubs.
Caution : Do not plug a phone jack connector into an RJ-45
port. This will damage the switch. Use only twisted-pair cables
with RJ-45 connectors that conform to FCC standards.
Connecting to PCs, Servers, Hubs and Switches
1. Attach one end of a twisted-pair cable segment to the device’s RJ-45
connector.